Agnes Burns is Student Of The Week for #MiddletownRI. The Gaudet Learning Academy fifth grader is known for his positive energy, drive and willingness to help others. Congratulations to Agnes and all our other students who make our community special.
STUDENT OF THE WEEK:
GAUDET LEARNING ACADEMY FIFTH GRADER AGNES BURNS
MIDDLETOWN, RI (SEPTEMBER 26, 2025) – In each of the schools across Middletown, there are students doing excellent, noteworthy things. As part of a feature from the town, a different student will be spotlighted for their efforts to make Middletown a special place to live, work and play.
Name: Agnes “Aggie” Burns
School: Gaudet Learning Academy
Grade: Fifth
Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Brian & Tayla Burns
Accomplishment(s): “Aggie is an incredibly dedicated student who strives to take on challenges and cares for everyone in her school community,” Special Education Teacher Abby Williamson said. “In her fourth grade year, she was one of few students who received the Principal's Award twice.”
Quotable: “If you work hard in anything, you can do anything!”
Dream Job: “I want to be a lawyer so I can fight for what is right and help people.”
Favorite Meal: Tacos
Free Time: Playing soccer or reading
Who I Look Up To: My mom
Best Part Of Middletown: “My school!”
Inspirations: My dad
Top Hangout: The trash field to play soccer
Recommended Reading: “Wish”
Best Subject In School: “Math because it has always made sense to me.”
Teacher/Staff Member I’d Like To Thank: “Ms. (Fourth Grade Teacher Jessica) Tucker, Ms. Williamson and Ms. (Fourth Grade Teacher Amy) Dunn have always pushed me so hard to get me ready for an amazing year in fifth grade.”
Comment From Teacher/Staff Member: “Aggie’s work ethic and drive are consistently impressive, but what stands out even more is her character,” Williamson said. “She approaches learning with focus and determination, while also showing kindness and thoughtfulness toward others. She is a wonderful example of a student who leads with both effort and heart.”
Document Link: https://mdl.town/SOW-Agnes-Burns
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